How Numberplate Technology Works
Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) is a technology solution that uses Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to read vehicle registration plates from video or still images.
It captures the plate number, date, time and location, creating data that can be used for investigations and enforcement.
WCCTV’s ANPR systems integrate with our mobile CCTV units that are self-powered and connect via 4G/5G. They can read plates day or night and link with our Stellifii platform to store vehicle make, model, colour and recorded speed, adding valuable context beyond the plate itself.
ANPR is used across policing, traffic management and private security for:
ANPR adds an extra layer of intelligence to mobile surveillance, helping you link vehicles to incidents with speed, accuracy and confidence.
Where Evidence Capture Matters
ANPR is used across both private security and the public sector to support enforcement, improve access control and link vehicles to specific incidents. WCCTV’s mobile cameras with integrated ANPR can be quickly deployed wherever they are needed.
Wherever vehicle access poses a risk or leaves a trace, ANPR helps you understand who was there and when.
Improving Safety and Security
Used to identify vehicles involved in fly-tipping, illegal parking or unauthorised access to public land. Helps build evidence for enforcement.
Deployed at site entrances, compounds and laydown areas to monitor vehicle movements, prevent plant theft and track contractor access.
Provides visibility of vehicle visits to unoccupied or high-risk sites, helping identify repeat offenders and strengthen security records.
Supports investigations by capturing vehicle plates, tracking movement patterns and identifying vehicles of interest in real time.
ANPR-Equipped Temporary CCTV Systems
WCCTV’s ANPR capability is built into select mobile surveillance systems to provide both video coverage and vehicle identification from a single deployment.
These systems combine high-definition imaging, night vision and automatic number plate recognition in a fully portable format.
When linked with Stellifii, WCCTV’s ANPR systems identify the make, model, colour and speed of vehicles to provide greater context to image capture.
All ANPR-enabled systems are available to rent or purchase, depending on your deployment needs.
The UK's Leading Mobile CCTV Supplier
WCCTV provides ANPR as part of its fully managed mobile surveillance service. With nationwide deployments, public and private sector clients, and integration with platforms like Stellifii, we deliver results where vehicle accountability matters.
Need an ANPR set up that moves when your challenges do? Get in touch with the mobile CCTV experts at WCCTV today.
Using ANPR to Deter Fly-Tipping and Secure Remote Sites
Crook Hill Wind Farm, a 37.4MW site operated by Partnerships for Renewables, faced persistent fly-tipping and opportunist theft due to its remote and open location. With no fixed power, columns or communication infrastructure, a traditional CCTV solution was not feasible.
To secure the site entrance, WCCTV deployed a solar-powered redeployable CCTV camera equipped with Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR). This allowed on-site security teams to log every vehicle entering or exiting the area and monitor activity in real time.
The system was mounted on a 6m tilt-down column with solar power and a long-life battery capable of running for up to 15 days without sunlight. Its fully autonomous operation made it ideal for off-grid surveillance.
Within the first week of installation, the camera recorded a fly-tipping incident involving concrete water. The ANPR footage led to a successful prosecution against the organisation responsible.
Following this success, Crook Hill extended its service contract to three years and is now considering further deployments across the site.
What Does WCCTV’s ANPR System Capture?
The system automatically records number plates along with date, time and location. When integrated with Stellifii, it can also capture vehicle make, model, colour and speed.
Which WCCTV Products Support ANPR?
ANPR is available on selected Rapid Deployment CCTV Towers and Redeployable CCTV Cameras. These systems are fully mobile and can be deployed without fixed power or connectivity.
Is ANPR Footage Suitable for Enforcement or Prosecution?
Yes. The footage is high definition and time-stamped, making it suitable for formal investigations and enforcement cases.
Can the System Be Used for Temporary or Mobile Deployments?
WCCTV’s ANPR systems are ideal for short-term, mobile or rotating deployments where fixed infrastructure is not available.
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